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  • Posted: Apr 22, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • The Ignition Group is one of Africa's largest providers of technology, media, telecommunication and financial services, and is built around a powerful purpose - to make life better through innovative technology. We approach markets that are traditionally complex and contested, and then simplify them, making life easier for consumers, and business more effic...
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    Facilities Technician - Kwazulu Natal

    Key roles and responsibilities:

    Facilities maintenance:

    • Undertake basic maintenance of heating, lighting, refrigeration, air conditioning units, chillers, walk in coolers/freezers, plumbing and security systems to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This includes electrical faults and leak detection.
    • Implement preventative maintenance schedules to ensure that equipment is serviced regularly, avoiding costly breakdowns and downtime.
    • Respond to urgent repair needs and equipment failures across various systems within the building.
    • Supervise and work alongside general maintenance staff members responsible for building, plumbing, HVAC, general repairs and electrical maintenance.
    • Where applicable provide training to staff on new equipment, maintenance techniques, and safety protocols.
    • Develop and manage maintenance budgets, ensuring that the costs of repairs and replacements are kept within approved limits.
    • Track inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, and maintain cost- effective purchasing practices
    • Manage relationships with external contractors for specialized services that may be required, such as electrical COC’s, major refrigeration system overhauls or HVAC system replacements.
    • Review and approve vendor invoices, ensuring services rendered align with agreed contracts and service level agreements.
    • Lead and coordinate major repair, replacement, or upgrade projects related to building systems.
    • Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to building occupants.

    Safety and compliance:

    • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations regarding refrigerants (such as HFCs, CFCs) and environmental concerns.
    • Ensure that all work follows local safety codes, building regulations, and environmental laws.
    • Conduct regular safety audits and ensure that technicians are trained in safe working practices, especially when working with hazardous refrigerants or electrical systems.
    • Maintain all necessary records, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation

    Education and training:

    • Matric
    • Relevant certifications (plumbing, electrical, etc) an added advantage.

    Experience:

    • At least 3 years’ experience in facilities maintenance/  Handyman/ similar – for a big site/ office/ complex etc.
    • Experience with hardware tools and electrical equipment.
    • Required to travel up to 30% of the month to other sites within South Africa 

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    Interested and qualified? Go to Ignition Group on ignition.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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